Commercial Finance Controller

Company: Forge Talent
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Location: Cheadle Hulme
Job Description:

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Commercial Financial Controller/ Qualified/ SME Business/ Part Time Role (22.5 Hours Per Week Over 3 Days)/ Progression to FD/ South Manchester/ Excellent Benefits

Cheadle | 3 Days per Week (22.5 Hours)

£70,000 – £80,000 Pro Rata

Forge Talent is partnering exclusively with a market-leading, private equity-backed business entering an exciting new phase of growth.

Having spent time with the leadership team, what stood out was the quality of the people, the clarity of the vision and the ambition for the future. With strong PE backing and a leading position in its market, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to make a genuine impact.

We’re seeking a commercially minded, hands-on Financial Controller who can combine strong financial control with commercial insight, partnering closely with the CEO, Board and investors to support the next stage of the company’s growth.

For the right person, this role offers a genuine pathway towards Finance Director as the business continues to scale.

The Opportunity

The role will evolve across two key phases. xwwtmva

Phase 1 Strengthen the Finance Function

The foundations are already in place, so the focus is on refining and enhancing existing processes rather than leading a major transformation.

Key priorities will include:

  • Optimising month-end and reporting processes
  • Enhancing board reporting and financial commentary
  • Improving MI, data quality and financial insight
  • Strengthening controls and governance
  • Owning the numbers and providing meaningful analysis to stakeholders

Phase 2 Drive Commercial Performance

  • Business partnering across Sales, Operations and the wider leadership team
  • Revenue, margin and profitability analysis
  • Customer and contract profitability reviews
  • Commercial modelling, pricing and investment appraisals
  • Strategic support to the CEO, Board and PE investors

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026